Finley's first school picture! Awe!
Here is a link to some photos her teacher has taken this year: http://www.ajolangdon.blogspot.com/p/photos.html
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
BIG Present!
A package arrived on our doorstep last Wednesday from Grandma & Grandpa Jenkins...it was a huge box that kept the two older kids guessing until tonight...once again, they helped AJ open a present!
WHAT IS IT?
A HUGE bulldozer...with buttons to push!
And I can sit on it!
I love it!
After AJ went to bed, Finley quickly took over riding the bulldozer and Ace grabbed the toolbox.
Ace was willing to follow Finley around as he carried the toolbox just in case she got a flat tire!
Fixing her up quick!
The Birthday Continues...
Brent and I got AJ a bulldozer and grater for his birthday...BUT...ended up giving the bulldozer to Ace after he pooped on the potty! :)
Here is Ace giving AJ the grater...obviously AJ's waffle and the hanger were more interesting to him. Ace quickly took claim of the grater too...
We have to keep correcting him that "AJ is just sharing with you!"
Now AJ is trying to stuff his waffle through the window...I love the look on Ace's face! He's thinking, "you shouldn't do that AJ!" :)
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Happy 1st Birthday AJ!
So...our baby boy turned one today...UFF! Where does the time go? The days go by so quickly, as do the weeks, and so on. Just last night Brent said, "I wish I could remember this moment for the rest of my life." He was referring to Finley and Ace all snuggled up watching a movie together. It's so true! I only pray that we can learn to live each moment to it's fullest...in doing this, I know I need to improve on listening, watching, seeing...so that these moments do stick with me forever! It's so easy for me to get wrapped up in the day-to-day routine of life. I know there are many times throughout the day I brush something off that one of the kids is saying, doing, asking, etc. For my heart's sake and for the kid's sake, I need to improve on letting go of "routine"!
It really does feel like just yesterday we were preparing to meet Mr. AJ! I was at work (in labor) trying to clear my desk and get everything ready for those that were going to cover for me while I was out. After that, we took the kids out to Lynn's and had to ask her if they could spend the night because Nana & Papa left on a last minute trip. She excitedly responded "of course"...what a blessing to not have to worry about the two older kiddos as we prepared to meet baby #3. We came home and I asked Brent to mulch the leaves while I continued to labor in the house...those that know me, know that I always have a to-do list for Brent. Why should it be any different while I'm in labor? Ha! I whistled for Brent and off to the hospital we went. Two hours later we met AJ...who we initially named Max...but we couldn't bring ourselves to put it on paper. So he wasn't meant to be "Max"! :)
AJ is such a happy boy! He is very generous with his smiles. He looks so much like Brent to me...and as a friend from church pointed out "has Brent's eyebrows" too! He loves to play rough and doesn't mind when the two older kids rough house with him. His taste pallet is expanding, but for the longest time he would only eat sweet potatoes, mac & cheese, and fruits (all baby food). For the last 5 months he has slept like a champ...but we won't talk about those first seven months! UFF DA! He now loves to walk and usually walks himself silly...until his little legs just give out and he can't go anymore! He jabbers...says his name and "Ace". We've also noticed quite a temper in him...he is very strong-willed...and naughty! He will test our patience! :) But we all love our Mr. AJ!
Happy 1st Birthday AJ!
Blue cupcakes
Mini ice cream cone cupcakes
Which like a real ice cream cone...
...melted!
Ice cream toppings
Loving his ice cream party!
Yeah...I'm ONE! :)
It's obvious Ace loved the ice cream party too!
I love this...AJ is chewing on a bat while the kids open his presents!
Yep...still chewing on the bat!
Ace showing off an armload of clothes that AJ got from Nana & Papa!
Ava teaching me how the bulldozer works! AJ loves to push the buttons on this tractor...he had to hold it in his highchair tonight as he ate supper!
What Are They Up To?
After lunch, we settled into the living room for a break before the party...until belly laughter came from the kitchen...
They look pretty guilty!
Painting the cupboards and dishwasher with water from Ace's cup! :)
Such good kids...
Helping to clean up their mess! :)
Cousins
These girls played SO hard today! I have a feeling they will all sleep well tonight!
Finley actually asked to go to bed early tonight! HA
Naomi was nice and played a little bit with Ace...but for the most part,
the boys were pretty "uncool" today! :)
I actually heard Ace say the one comment Brent still gets teased about..."But the girrrls..."
And if you've every wondered...
...even princesses eat puff corn! :)
Cutie
Twins...in their striped, green polos!
Helping Daddy blow off the patio before company arrives. Maybe he really is left-handed?!?!
Anatomy of a Swing...
First...the back swing
Then...good, forward motion
Last...good follow through
Yes, the ball is still in the grass, but I'm pretty sure it was his practice swing! :)
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Lefty
Ace inherited my left-handed swing...what a lucky boy! :)
Using a cut down, right-handed iron...he somehow makes it work!
He lines it up to swing right-handed, but ends up swinging left-handed.
Loves golf...will he follow in Uncle J's footsteps?
Cute Kids
Enjoying the beautiful fall days we've had...
I cannot believe he is almost one! And yes...that is snot coming from his nose into his mouth! UFF! We've all had colds that just want to linger.
After dance class...strike a pose!
Finley is slowly adjusting to her new schedule.
Monday = school & dance. Wednesday = school & Awana.
Both are long days, but she is doing well!
Oh...this silly boy!
Looks like it's time for a fall haircut! :)
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